Pat Furman is the Executive Director of Inspired by Wonder Inc. in Winnipeg, Manitoba. A former Child Development Counsellor with a background in early childhood education, human ecology, psychology, and developmental studies, Pat is passionate about her belief in children reaching their highest potential and the capacity to maximize learning through understanding of children’s unique social, emotional, behavioural, and mental health patterns. In May 2022, she earned a master’s degree in Innovation of Early Childhood Education at the University of Colorado.
In recognition of her many years of service dedicated to the wellbeing of children and youth, Pat received the 2016 Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Early Childhood Education and the 2016 Winnipeg Centre MP 150th Anniversary Medal for Volunteerism.
